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Can a UK company own 100% of a Dutch BV?

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Yes. A UK parent company can generally own 100% of the shares in a Dutch BV — full foreign ownership without a Dutch or EU co-owner is permitted in most sectors. Certain regulated or strategically sensitive industries may carry additional requirements or approvals, so it is worth checking whether the intended business activity falls into one of those categories before incorporating.